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Painters and decorators

Find a painter and decorator you can trust

A painter and decorator prepares and finishes walls, ceilings, woodwork and exteriors. Most of a good result is in the preparation: filling, sanding, sealing stains and protecting floors and furniture, which is what separates a finish that lasts from one that peels in a year.

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Painters and decorators by area

Choose your area for local details, nearby towns and how many verified painters and decorators cover it.

Jobs you can post

  • Interior painting
  • Exterior painting
  • Wallpapering
  • Woodwork and doors
  • Feature walls

Before you hire a painter and decorator

  • What the price includes

    Ask whether paint is included and which brand and finish, how many coats, and whether filling and sanding are part of the job.

  • Insurance

    Spilt paint on a carpet or a ladder through a window happens. Public liability insurance means it's put right without a dispute.

  • Past work

    Look at photos of previous jobs and reviews from customers who paid through Fettld, so you can judge the quality of finish before you choose.

Rough price guidance

Broad typical ranges for straightforward jobs, to help you sense-check quotes. They're guidance only, not Fettld prices or averages; real quotes depend on access, materials, the size of the job and how soon you need it.

Typical ranges for guidance only. Always compare fixed written quotes.
JobTypical range
Paint an average room, walls and ceiling£200 to £450
Wallpaper a feature wall£150 to £350
Paint a front door and frame£120 to £250

How Fettld protects your deposit

When you accept a quote, you pay a deposit to Fettld, not straight to the painter and decorator. Your money is held as a deposit by Fettld until you approve the work. It's released when you confirm the job is done, or automatically 7 days after the trade marks the stage complete if you don't raise a problem. Bigger jobs are split into stages, and if something goes wrong our Resolution Centre steps in.

Questions about painters and decorators

Should I buy the paint or let the decorator supply it?

Either works. Decorators often get trade prices and know which products suit the surface, but if you have a specific colour or brand in mind, agree it in the quote so there are no surprises.

How long does it take to paint a room?

A straightforward room is often one to two days including preparation and two coats. Heavy filling, wallpaper stripping or lots of woodwork adds time.

When is the best time to paint outside?

Dry, mild weather, usually late spring to early autumn. Most exterior paints need the surface to be dry and temperatures above about 5°C to cure properly.

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